Iran and the UN.

News from Tehran indicate that President Ahmadinejad would not be able to attend the Security Council meeting of the UN. An internet source close to Mr Reza-ee the former commander of the Islamic Guards has said that the US has deliberately delayed the visa so that Mr Ahmadinejad would not be able to attend the meeting. As someone who was not so keen about this visit, I am pleased that he would not attending. Judging by his recent speeches, I was not sure if he would not make things even worse for Iran. Mr Ahmadinejad has said recently that he would like to offer new suggestions to address the dispute. If that was the main reason for his plan to attend, the Iranian representative in the UN could very well convey the message. I can only hope that both sides come to their senses and find a diplomatic solution for the stand off. The other day, the Supreme Leader, had mada a very inflamatory speech in Mashhad. To say that what the Security Council does in "illegal", and if they continue with this "illegality", we would also resort to "illegal"acts, was not very wise in my view. This type of statement plays very well in the hands of those who wish to embark upon another military adventure in the Middle East, no matter the cost, both in terms of greenbacks or body bags.